Disney’s temporary suspension of Jimmy Kimmel has heightened fears of government censorship among Hollywood’s comedy writers and showrunners.

Writers say they are thinking about self-censoring content and avoiding social media discussions amid Trump administration threats.

In Hollywood, something shifted in the six days between the time that Walt Disney Co. dropped “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” “indefinitely,” following Kimmel’s comments about the suspect in the shooting death of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, and the late-night comedian’s return.

For many, Kimmel’s rebound appears to be a win for free speech and a testament to the power of boycotts against powerful corporate interests. However, for other writers, particularly comedy scribes, who view the events that transpired in the da

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